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The farmer. The peasant is assisted by Death, who directs the horses of his plow. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel)
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The farmer. The peasant is assisted by Death, who directs the horses of his plow. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel)
FLO4675737 The farmer. The peasant is assisted by Death, who directs the horses of his plow. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel, 1737-1817) in "The Triumph of Death" based on original drawings by Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543), 1860.; (add.info.: The farmer. The peasant is assisted by Death, who directs the horses of his plow. Hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel (or Chretien de Mechel, 1737-1817) in "The Triumph of Death" based on original drawings by Hans Holbein the Young (1497-1543), 1860.); © Florilegius
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This haunting and thought-provoking image captures the essence of life and death intertwined in the cycle of farming. The farmer, depicted as a humble peasant, is assisted by Death itself, who guides the horses pulling his plow through the field. This hand-coloured engraving by Christian Von Mechel is based on original drawings by the renowned artist Hans Holbein the Young.
The juxtaposition of life and death in this scene serves as a reminder of our mortality and the inevitable passage of time. As the farmer toils away in his field, Death looms over him, a constant presence that cannot be escaped. The skeletal figure of Death symbolizes both decay and renewal, highlighting the interconnectedness of all living things.
Through this powerful imagery, we are reminded of our own fragility and impermanence in the grand scheme of existence. The intricate details captured in this print evoke a sense of contemplation and reflection on life's fleeting nature.
As we gaze upon this scene from centuries past, we are transported to a world where death was not feared but accepted as an integral part of life. The farmer's stoic expression reflects his acceptance of his fate, while Death calmly directs him forward on his journey through time.
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